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Lando Norris has explained that Oscar Piastri starting on the hard tyre was part of a wider McLaren plan to make life more difficult for Max Verstappen in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Lando Norris revealed that McLaren’s strategy for Oscar Piastri to start the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on hard tyres was aimed at making life tougher for Max Verstappen. Despite Verstappen’s victory, Norris clinched the title by two points, finishing third. Piastri, in the leading McLaren, strategically finished second to influence Verstappen’s race actions. Norris acknowledged Piastri’s role and shared his wish for the Australian to win, as Piastri’s previous lead slipped, affecting the championship outcome. Norris expressed disappointment that Piastri couldn’t secure a win, hoping to see him on the top step.
